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Job description
Street Maintenance WorkerUnder basic supervision, performs a variety of basic labor tasks to maintain streets, roadways and City infrastructure for the Public Works Department (PWD); operates vehicles, equipment and tools in compliance with all safety regulations and standard procedures.Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:Assists in maintaining and repairing streets, roadways, and infrastructure, in compliance with PWD safety regulations and procedures; duties will vary according to job assignment.Performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled labor tasks; assists with street maintenance, clears foliage and debris and cleans drains and vacant properties; cross-trains in a variety of PWD skills.Maintains and operates PWD vehicles and equipment according to Department standards.Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; reports problems and emergency situations; recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents, and injuries.Supports the division operations with regular and timely attendance.Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.Minimum qualifications:Education, training and experience guidelines: High school diploma or GED preferred. Some related work experience is desired. Knowledge of:Basic traffic control and safety procedures and regulations.Skill in:Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of tools and equipment.Following standard operating and safety procedures.Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workersPhysical demands and working environment: Work is performed indoors, outdoors and at City facilities; requires constant physical efforts, and the ability to bend, reach, stoop and lift objects; may be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment; safety precautions must be followed, including use of safety equipment. City approved safety shoes must be worn.Other: All applicants must have a basic level of speaking and understanding English in order to meet the minimum qualifications for this position.License and certification requirements: Must possess a Texas Driver's license. A Texas Class B CDL is preferred but if hired without one will be given the opportunity to obtain within one (1) year of employment.
Worksite address
odessa, TX, 79760, US
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